Position Summary
This position is for a Staff Research Associate who will work closely with members of the Mindfulness Science and Practice Cluster in developing and implementing collaborative research projects, and in supporting other activities and events associated with the Cluster (e.g., weekly seminar series, yearly WashU Mindfulness Day). The role also provides the option and opportunity to develop or advance an independent line of research and/or scholarship, including, for individuals with appropriate qualifications, serving as Principal Investigator on new grant-proposals soliciting external funding support.
This position is a full-time, time-limited (2-year) staff position, with options to extend if new lines of salary support can be obtained.
For more information about the Mindfulness Cluster, please see: https://transdisciplinaryfutures.wustl.edu/mindfulness-science

Job Description

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Research and Project Management

• Collaborate with the Mindfulness Cluster co-Leads and/or related Washington University faculty to develop and implement research or scholarship projects that advance the Cluster’s mission.
• Contribute to the Cluster’s work on existing / new research projects.
• Contribute to Cluster meetings and to university-wide meetings and events related to mindfulness science and practice (e.g., weekly seminars, yearly WashU mindfulness day).
• Engage in independent research, data collection, and/or analysis.

Writing and Scholarship

• Work with the co-leads and participating faculty to write research-grant proposals.
• Write scholarly articles with the Cluster co-leads and collaborating faculty, and submit these articles to peer-reviewed publications.
• With the co-leads and collaborating faculty to help disseminate findings of Cluster research projects.
• Work with the Cluster co-leads and collaborating faculty to develop and write materials relevant to the Cluster’s research projects.
• Develop experimental designs, protocols, and procedures for the Cluster’s research projects.

Professional Development Activities

• Attend conferences and workshops.
• Develop new skills.
• Develop program of research.

Mentoring

• Mentor advanced undergraduate and graduate researchers on research and/or scholarship projects related to area(s) of expertise

Perform other duties as assigned.

Applicant Special Instructions

Please submit a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references. In your cover letter, please include the following:

• Your interests as they relate to mindfulness science & practice
• Your relevant experience 
• Your motivation for applying for this position and future career goals

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or PhD in a relevant field.
• Expertise or experience in mindfulness research and practice.
• Substantial background in conducting quantitative or qualitative research or scholarship.
• Excellent project-management and organizational skills, including attention to detail and sensitivity to data quality. 
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to interact with research personnel at various levels of responsibility (staff, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and faculty).
• Excellent critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and desire to expand areas of expertise through collaborative work across disciplinary boundaries.
• Ability to work well with diverse individuals across the disciplines and the University as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to manage and complete multiple time-sensitive projects.
• The ability to supervise and mentor postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate students who are contributing to the Cluster’s research projects.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the Cluster’s co-leads and with faculty and staff from other academic departments and centers.
• Excellent professionalism and trustworthiness, including the ability to deliver on agreed-upon tasks, and respect for research participants and high scientific and scholarly integrity.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and five years of experience or Master's degree and three years of experience or PhD. and one year of experience.

Grade
R10

Salary Range
$47,000.00 - $85,200.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu  or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.